Rise in reports of stolen dogs as prices for puppies hit 'astronomical' levels
Share this article A total of 244 dogs were reported stolen to Gardaí last year - a 16% rise on the year before. It comes as the ISPCA warns that the prices charged for puppies online have reached 'astronomical' levels in recent months. In the UK meanwhile, the DogLost charity has recorded a near 60% rise in dog thefts and warned that criminals are stealing the animals to capitalise on the increased demand for puppies. Tips to stop your dog being stolen. Image: ISPCADogs Trust Communications Manager Corina Fitzsimons told Newstalk that there was a rise in reports of missing dogs as lockdown...
Source: newstalk.com